ignited
Example Sentences
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Ignited by lightning that struck bone-dry tinder in the Plumas National Forest, the Beckwourth Complex remains California’s largest wildfire this year, having grown to more than 95,000 acres in less than two weeks.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 15, 2021
Ignited by an early June lightning strike, the fire has snarled traffic and nearly shut down tourism in an area famous for its outdoor recreation.
From Reuters • Aug. 29, 2019
Ignited by a lightning strike in early August, the fire near Devil’s Peak has spread within 1 3/4 miles of the hot springs and cabins.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 14, 2017
Ignited by a one-handed alley-oop jam by senior Okaro White, Florida State did show some life after Virginia’s initial push.
From Washington Post • Jan. 18, 2014
Ignited in an open glass tube, it burns slowly with a white vapor, which condenses upon the cool part of the tube, and exhibits some indications of crystallization.
